Indian High School is hiring a HOD Humanities — Indian High School in Bangalore

Indian High School
Bangalore, Karnatakafull-time₹12L – ₹16L / yrICSE11–15 yrs expPosted 5d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities — Indian High School
School
Indian High School
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹16L per year
Experience
11–15 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1978

Job description

Overview

HOD Humanities — Indian High School at Indian High School, Bangalore. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. The school has been running for 48+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

Indian High School, a ICSE school in Bangalore, is hiring a HOD Humanities.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
  • Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
  • Monitor student academic outcomes
  • Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters

Requirements:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching

About the school: Indian High School is a ICSE Day School in Jnana Ganga Nagar, Bangalore.

What you'll handle as a HOD Humanities — Indian High School

Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.

Working in an ICSE school

Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Bangalore

Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.

Common questions about this role

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

About Indian High School

Indian High School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1978, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.

Indian High School is a ICSE Day School in Jnana Ganga Nagar, Bangalore.

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